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Published 4:21 pm, Friday, March 15, 2013

Poison Prevention Week (March 17-23) is a great time to take stock of surprising poisons found in your home:

Carbon monoxide: This colorless, odorless gas can only be detected with a carbon monoxide alarm. The National Fire Protection Association recommends installing one on every level of the home, in the basement and near every sleeping area.

Radon: In some cases, levels can cause serious illness and even death. First Alert offers a simple do-it-yourself Radon Test Kit for $19.99.

Medications: Poison Control suggests storing all medications in a locked cabinet, so they can't be easily accessed by children and experimenting teens.